To check a Bangkok aesthetic clinic is safe before Botox or filler, run six checks: the clinic's licence number, the doctor's medical licence, the product's Thai FDA registration, the sealed vial in front of you, a price that makes sense, and a written aftercare plan. Each check takes a few minutes. Together they rule out the unlicensed home "clinics" and fake products that Thai authorities keep finding.
Updated 14 October 2026. Product registrations were checked on the Thai FDA database on 14 October 2026.
This page covers safety checks. To compare clinics on price and brands, see our rankings of the best Botox clinics in Bangkok and the best dermal filler clinics in Bangkok.
- Clinic licence11-digit number on the sign, certificate inside
- Doctor's licenceFull name, checked with the Medical Council
- Thai FDA registrationToxin numbers start "1C"
- Sealed vialOpened in front of you; photograph the label
- Realistic priceNot far below every licensed clinic
- Aftercare planWho you call if something goes wrong
The 6 safety checks
1. Is the clinic licensed?
Every Thai clinic must hold a licence under the Health Facility (Sanatorium) Act B.E. 2541, issued by the Department of Health Service Support. A licensed Bangkok clinic shows an 11-digit licence number on its sign, and the number should match the licence certificate inside. You can ask to see the certificate. A treatment room in a condo, a home or a salon is not a licensed clinic.
2. Is the injector a licensed doctor?
In Thailand, Botox and fillers may only be injected by a licensed doctor at a licensed medical facility. Ask for your doctor's full name, then check it on the Medical Council of Thailand's online licence search, which shows licence status and specialty. Since 3 July 2026, a Medical Council rule requires doctors who advertise cosmetic treatments to show their full real name and licence number, with any nickname shown alongside it. A clinic that only gives nicknames is now breaking the advertising rules.
3. Is the product registered with the Thai FDA?
Every legally sold botulinum toxin in Thailand has a Thai FDA registration number starting "1C". You can search the brand name or number on the Thai FDA's public product search. An active product shows the status คงอยู่ (active); a cancelled one shows ยกเลิก (cancelled). Fillers are registered as medical devices, so ask for the filler's registration details too.
| Toxin brand | Thai FDA status, 14 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Botox (Allergan) | Active |
| Dysport | Active |
| Xeomin | Active |
| Nabota | Active |
| Aestox | Active |
| Neuronox | Active under a new number (old registration cancelled in 2023) |
| Hutox, Letybo, Bienox | Active |
| Botulax | Cancelled |
| Clodew, BTXA | Cancelled |
Some online lists still call Botulax "approved". On the Thai FDA database in October 2026, it was not.
4. Can you see the sealed vial?
A genuine product arrives sealed, with a brand label, lot number and expiry date, and a Thai registration number on the box. Ask to see the vial opened in front of you, and photograph the label for your records. A clinic that won't show you the vial is a clinic to leave.
- SealedUnopened box and vial, opened in front of you
- BrandMatches the brand you were quoted
- Thai registrationRegistration number on the box, e.g. 1C …
- Lot + expiryLot number and an expiry date in the future
- Look it upSearch the brand on the Thai FDA product search
5. Does the price make sense?
Genuine Botox in Bangkok costs about ฿170–250 a unit at clinics that publish per-unit prices (see our Botox price comparison). A price far below every licensed clinic you've compared, a "doctor" who comes to your hotel, or a deal sold through social-media messages are the warning signs that come up again and again in Thai enforcement cases.
6. Is there a written aftercare plan?
Ask what happens if something goes wrong: who you call out of hours, whether a follow-up visit is included, and whether the clinic can dissolve hyaluronic acid filler (with hyaluronidase) if needed. A good clinic answers before you book, not after.
How Bangkok clinics compare on transparency
| Clinic | Toxin brands it publishes | Published prices | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cosmo Clinic | Botox (Allergan), Xeomin, Nabota | Yes: Botox 50 units from ฿12,500; Xeomin or Nabota 50 units from ฿9,999 | Says patients may ask to see the sealed vial, brand label and lot number |
| KKC Clinic | Allergan, Dysport, Xeomin | Per treatment area | 4 Bangkok branches |
| Mega Clinic | Aestox, Neuronox, Nabota, Allergan, Dysport, Xeomin | Per 100-unit vial | Widest published brand menu |
| Privato Clinic | Allergan, Xeomin, Nabota, Aestox | Per 100-unit vial | 2 small branches |
| Bibi Clinic | Nabota, Allergan | Per 100-unit vial | Names its doctors and their credentials |
All the brands in this table were active on the Thai FDA database on 14 October 2026.
The Cosmo Clinic leads this table because it publishes all three things the safety checks rely on: the exact brands, the prices, and an open offer to show you the sealed vial and lot number before treatment. It has three mall-based branches, at CentralPlaza Pinklao, CentralPlaza Rama 3 and The Mall Tha Phra.
Worth knowing: The Cosmo Clinic's Botox page doesn't name its doctors or show their licence numbers. Ask for your doctor's full name and check it with the Medical Council before your appointment. Its branches are on the Thonburi side and in Rama 3, away from Sukhumvit.
Red flags that should end the visit
- Treatment in a condo, home, hotel room or salon
- No licence number on the sign
- Booking only through social-media messages
- Won't give a full name or licence number
- Nickname only in adverts
- A beautician or nurse injecting alone
- Won't show you the sealed vial
- Brand not on the Thai FDA database
- A price far below every licensed clinic
Questions to ask before any injection
- What is the clinic's licence number, and can I see the certificate?
- What is my doctor's full name and Medical Council licence number?
- Which brand will you use, and what is its Thai FDA registration number?
- Can I see the sealed vial opened in front of me?
- How many units or ml will you use, and what is the total price?
- Who do I contact if I have a problem after treatment, and is a follow-up included?
If something seems wrong, Thailand's Office of the Consumer Protection Board takes complaints on hotline 1166.
This checklist reflects ThailandClinics' editorial research as of October 2026, based on the Thai FDA database, Medical Council rules and clinics' published information. It is general information, not medical advice. Browse all cosmetic clinics in Bangkok →
FAQ
How do I know if Botox in Bangkok is genuine?
Ask to see the sealed vial opened in front of you, check the brand label, lot number and expiry, and look up the Thai FDA registration number on the box. Every legally sold botulinum toxin in Thailand has a registration number starting "1C". If the clinic won't show you the vial, don't go ahead.
Which Botox brands are approved in Thailand?
On the Thai FDA database on 14 October 2026, Botox (Allergan), Dysport, Xeomin, Nabota, Aestox, Neuronox, Hutox, Letybo and Bienox had active registrations. Botulax, Clodew and BTXA registrations were cancelled.
Can a nurse or beautician inject Botox in Thailand?
No. In Thailand, Botox and fillers may only be injected by a licensed doctor at a licensed medical facility. Treatment by an unlicensed person, or in a home, condo or salon, is illegal, and people have been arrested for it in Bangkok raids in 2026.
How do I check a doctor's licence in Thailand?
Use the Medical Council of Thailand's online licence search, which works with the doctor's Thai or English name. It shows whether the licence is active and the doctor's specialty. Since July 2026, doctors who advertise cosmetic treatments must also show their licence number in their adverts.
What should I do if I think I received fake Botox?
See a licensed doctor promptly if you have symptoms such as difficulty swallowing, breathing or speaking, or drooping beyond the treated area. Keep the vial photo and receipt, and report the clinic to the Office of the Consumer Protection Board on 1166.